2006 Audi A6 vs. 2006 Jaguar XKR
To start off, both 2006 Audi A6 and 2006 Jaguar XKR were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XKR (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2006 Audi A6. (256 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 305 kg more than 2006 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Jaguar XKR is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Jaguar XKR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Jaguar XKR (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A6 | 2006 Jaguar XKR | |
Make | Audi | Jaguar |
Model | A6 | XKR |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3130 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 541 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.7 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 12.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |